All Chapters of Whispering Shadows: The Lost Bond: Chapter 1 - Chapter 10

For some reason, I found Maine's fierce suggestion amusing, and a ripple of laughter ran through me from her direction."That would be a bit messy, Maine. I think a good rejection should do the trick," I giggled."Maybe take a man home with you tonight and repay the favor," Maine smirked."Maine!" I protested, feeling the warmth from the wine deepen as my ears grew hotter.Before long, a pressing need to visit the toilet arose. Navigating the maze-like corridors of private rooms and offices, I stumbled into what I assumed was the ladies' room.As I adjusted my dress and sat down in a stall, the sound of footsteps entering the room made me stifle a giggle. The alcohol had indeed taken effect. Although my kind typically boasted a strong tolerance, the Merlyn witches had certainly perfected their line of fortified wines.I swayed slightly as I stood and turned to flush, freezing at the distinct sounds of two male voices carrying into the room."Alpha, I know you don't want to discuss thi

After my discussion with Alpha Calixto and his Beta, I headed straight for home. I chose to avoid the main streets as much as possible, wary of accidentally encountering anyone along the way.I cursed myself internally as I hurried through the dimly lit alleys. How could I have been so reckless? Not only would I likely become the subject of gossip over the coming weeks, but I had also managed to inadvertently bind myself to one of the most feared and notorious Alphas in our community. That sobering thought was enough to clear my mind almost instantly.As I navigated the expansive grounds and slipped into my home, I closed the side entrance door as quietly as possible, keen not to draw attention to my late arrival.Voices filled with laughter echoed from one of the drawing rooms as I crept by. My face hardened when I recognized the familiar voices of my stepsister and stepmother, along with the occasional comment from my father.A painful twist gripped my heart as the realization sank

I awoke with a jolt, startled by the relentless vibration of my phone on the bedside table. My heart was pounding wildly, rattled by the sudden disturbance from my sleep. I fumbled around in a daze, trying to locate the annoying device with my blurry vision.Finally, my fingers closed around the familiar surface of my phone, and I hastily checked the caller ID. The name of my cheating ex, Brent, flashed across the screen. Narrowing my eyes, I pressed the reject button, tossing the phone aside and flopping back onto the bed. The display showed 32 missed calls and a stream of messages across SMS and social media from him. I snorted derisively.Turning my head to the side, I scanned my room. A wry smile crept onto my face when my gaze landed on the crumpled wedding dress in the corner. I was supposed to be getting married today... a day I had dreamed of and meticulously planned for years, shattered in mere moments.My phone vibrated noisily in my hand again, displaying yet another call f

I arrived at the café we had chosen before Leah did. I secured a table by the window, ready for some casual people-watching, and ordered a chai tea while I waited. Although the weather hadn't fully shifted into the autumnal season I loved, the rich aroma of the milky chai tea evoked a homey, almost Christmassy sensation. Secretly, I was panicking. I had left my home to move in with a man I knew only by reputation and was about to M him for the next five years. I craved the security that the feeling of home provided, and the memories that the smell of chai tea stirred were the closest I would ever get to feeling my mother's comforting embrace again.I was acutely aware of the glances from other café patrons, which made me slightly uncomfortable. Just then, I spotted Leah jumping out of a taxi through the window, hurrying inside.She stood in the doorway, squinting as her striking golden eyes scanned the faces rapidly until they found mine. Her face broke into a huge grin, and she wave

Brent growled quietly, turning his head slowly as he felt the weight of numerous narrowed gazes on him. He took a deep breath, rolling his shoulders to release tension and running a hand through his hair. Though the fury still smoldered in his eyes, he seemed to have his aggression under tighter rein."Listen, about Eve..." he began, his voice strained, but Leah cut him off with a raised hand."I don't care about your excuses, and I'm certain Anastasia doesn't want to hear them either," she snapped."Anastasia, please... just hear me out!" Brent pleaded, twisting slightly to try and catch my eye.'I think we should listen to what he has to say,' Maine suggested thoughtfully.'Seriously? You want to hear him out?' I shot back in disbelief.'Yes. Then I can decide precisely how much pain I want to inflict when I castrate both him and his cowardly wolf,' Maine snarled, baring her fangs.I sighed heavily and stood, placing a calming hand on Leah's shoulder. "It's okay, Leah. Maine wants t